Marine Scientist
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Summary
About the Role
About You
- Master's degree in marine fisheries, oceanography, marine ecology, conservation biology, environmental science, or a related field, and two years of relevant experience.
- Sufficient sea time to qualify for the U.S. Coast Guard OUPV or Master’s license exam within the first 12 months of employment.
- NAUI or PADI SCUBA certification with sufficient dive experience.
- Experience collecting, synthesizing, interpreting, and communicating scientific or statistical information.
- Experience in preparing technical reports and documenting findings.
- Experience leading or contributing to cross-functional teams.
- Experience managing complex projects, including financial oversight.
- PhD with authorship of peer-reviewed publications related to marine or estuarine species.
- Current or prior appointment to an intergovernmental advisory body relevant to New York marine resources.
- Strong computer and technical skills, including proficiency with statistical software.
- Experience with interstate and federal fisheries management processes.
- Demonstrated ability to complete projects as part of a diverse, multidisciplinary team.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care benefits.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match.
- Parental leave and accrued paid time off.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Employee assistance program and other well-being benefits.
The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. We're proud of what we've accomplished since our founding in 1951: The Nature Conservancy has protected more than 117 million acres of land and 5,000 miles of rivers worldwide — and we operate more than 100 marine conservation projects globally. We have more than 1 million members and work in 81 countries and territories, using a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at an unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable. Learn more about The Nature Conservancy at https://www.nature.org/aboutus.